General Info

Portland Public Schools serves more than 47,000 students in prekindergarten through grade 12. It operates over 90 educational facilities that include charter, elementary, middle and high schools. The district s athletic activities include cross country, football, soccer, volleyball, golf, tennis, track, softball and swimming. Its student services department works collaboratively with schools, families, students and community partners to support behavioral and academic success of children. The district operates various family support centers that offer interpretation services in Spanish, Russian, Chinese and Vietnamese. Its special education department consists of psychologists, speech pathologists, occupational and physical therapists, educational assistants and adapted physical education specialists. Located in Portland, Ore., the district also offers talented and gifted, vocational education, food service and counseling programs.